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Four incumbent trustees announce early plans to run
In a joint announcement, Boise trustees Paul Bennion, Debbie Donovan, Maria Greeley and Elizabeth Langley said they will run for election this summer.
Idaho’s spendiest primaries: a look at the numbers
The spendiest legislative primary in Idaho is no surprise, and it isn’t even close. It’s the GOP rematch between Sen. Scott Herndon and former Sen. Jim Woodward.
Bridge work: CWI celebrates start of new building projects
A horticulture building and a health and science building are now under construction, and are scheduled for completion in the summer of 2025.
Six candidates drop out of legislative primaries
One of the moves reshapes a race with big implications for education.
Lewiston lawmaker withdraws from ballot
Rep, Mike Kingsley, R-Lewiston, has served in the House since 2016.
UPDATED: IEA revokes endorsement of Hill
The union’s decision might have limited impact. First-term Rep. Ted Hill, R-Eagle, is unopposed in this year’s GOP primary and general election.
Christensen withdraws from House challenge
Former state Rep. Chad Christensen of Ammon had filed to challenge Rep. Kevin Andrus, R-Lava Hot Springs.
UPDATED: Article identifies Yenor as ‘hidden hand’ behind right-wing media platform
Citing public records – including emails sent from Scott Yenor’s Boise State University email account – the Guardian reports that the political science professor sought funding for Action Idaho beginning in May 2021.
CEI president to retire in July
Rick Aman was the Idaho Falls-based college’s first and only president.
Green: U of I still exploring Phoenix options
“We are still committed to the students of Idaho and the opportunities available to them, as well as working adults, through this affiliation,” Green said Friday.